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How much fruit and vegetables should I eat each day?

Fruit and vegetables should be at least one third of your diet. The recommended amount is five a day, but that’s the minimum you should be eating. And with five a day, it’s important to eat a variety of fruit and vegetables, and as many different colours as possible, to ensure you are getting lots of different nutrients.

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How much is an 80g portion size of fruit?

An 80 gram portion of fruit is: three tablespoons of cooked veg or a small bowl of salad, One piece of fruit about the size of a tennis ball, two pieces of fruit each about the size of an egg, or a handful of grapes.

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Which foods contain protein?

Meat, fish and eggs are important sources of protein, vitamins and minerals. Pulses such as beans, lentils and peas are a cheap, low-fat source of protein, fibre, vitamins & minerals.

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How much is a portion of fruit?

You need five 80g portions of different fruit and vegetables every day. They’re a good source of dietary fibre, vitamins and minerals like folate, vitamin C & potassium.

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